Chinese Takeaway in South Kensington
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Looking for a Chinese takeaway near South Kensington that does things properly? Bamboo Basket is an easy trip across town. We are based on Upper Tachbrook Street in Victoria, a short ride on the District or Circle line, and our online shop lets you order ahead and collect your food on your way home.
What Makes Us Worth the Short Journey
South Kensington is not short of places to eat, but authentic Cantonese food is harder to come by. Everything we serve is cooked to order by our chefs using traditional methods, with ingredients sourced locally where we can and brought in from China where it matters. Nothing sits waiting under a heat lamp.
Our roast duck is the dish people come back for. We roast it fresh every single day, which is not something most takeaways bother with. We are also the only place in London serving proper Guilin rice noodles, a speciality from Guangxi in southern China. If you have not tried them, they are a good reason to place an order.
Our Takeaway Menu
The full menu is available for collection, so you can eat restaurant food at your own kitchen table. Popular choices include:
- Signature Roast Duck, available as a portion, half or whole bird
- Guilin Rice Noodles, with pork and beef, braised beef, braised chicken or vegetarian
- Handmade Dumplings, pan-fried or boiled, with five fillings to choose from
- All Day Dim Sum, including Har Gaw, siu mai and Shanghai soup dumplings
- Claypot Dishes such as beef brisket, braised pork belly and seafood tofu
- Stir-Fried Noodles and Rice, from Singapore noodles to our Bamboo fried rice
There is a full vegetarian section too, covering dumplings, claypots, tofu dishes and the vegetarian Guilin rice noodles. Please speak to us about allergens before ordering, as our kitchen handles gluten, shellfish, nuts and soy.
How to Order
Head to our online shop, choose what you fancy and place your order for collection from 22 Upper Tachbrook Street, London SW1V 1SH. We are a few minutes from Victoria Station, so if you are travelling from South Kensington by tube, bus or car, it is a straightforward stop to build into your journey home.
3 Reasons Why You Should Try Bamboo Basket
Authentic Chinese Cuisine
We offer a genuine taste of China, with dishes prepared using traditional recipes and fresh, high-quality ingredients. Our chefs are masters in their craft, ensuring an explosion of flavors and textures in every bite.
Exceptional Dining Experience
From the moment you step into our spacious and welcoming restaurant, you’ll be transported to a world of culinary delights. Our attentive staff will guide you through the extensive menu and ensure you have a memorable dining experience.
Something for Everyone
Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur of Chinese cuisine or simply looking to try something new and exciting, Bamboo Basket has something to offer everyone. Our diverse menu features a wide variety of dishes, from delicate dim sum to signature Peking duck, ensuring there’s something to satisfy every palate.
Getting Here from South Kensington
Bamboo Basket is on Upper Tachbrook Street in Victoria, a little further out for South Kensington than for our Pimlico neighbours, but still an easy trip either on foot, by tube, or by bus.
On foot: It’s about 1.5 miles from South Kensington, roughly a 25–30 minute walk. The most direct route is along Sloane Street and through Sloane Square, then along Ebury Street or Buckingham Palace Road towards Victoria, turning onto Upper Tachbrook Street just before you reach the market. Alternatively, head along Cromwell Road and cut down through Eaton Square towards Victoria. It’s a pleasant walk through some of Chelsea and Belgravia’s quieter streets, though if you’d rather save your legs for the walk back, the tube is quicker.
By tube: South Kensington station is served by the Circle and District lines, both of which run direct to Victoria in about 4–7 minutes with no changes needed. From Victoria station, it’s a 10-minute walk to Upper Tachbrook Street.
By bus: The C1 bus runs directly from South Kensington Station through Sloane Square to Victoria, putting you within easy reach of Upper Tachbrook Street.
By car: We are just off Vauxhall Bridge Road. From South Kensington, the most straightforward route is via Sloane Street and Grosvenor Gardens, or along Cromwell Road towards Buckingham Palace Road. Street parking is available on Upper Tachbrook Street and the surrounding roads.
By bike: It’s a manageable ride, mostly through Chelsea and Belgravia, taking in Sloane Street or the quieter backstreets via Pimlico Road. Santander Cycle docking stations are available at South Kensington station and near Victoria.
Areas we cover
Bamboo Basket is based in Victoria, London, and we're proud to serve guests from across the surrounding area. Whether you're coming from Pimlico, Westminster, Chelsea, Belgravia or further afield, we're easy to reach and always ready to welcome you.
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If you're looking for Chinese breakfast in central London, we're one of the few restaurants doing it properly and we're closer than you think.
Order Your Chinese Takeaway Today
Next time you want Chinese food near South Kensington, it is worth going a little further for food made with real care. Ducks roasted daily, dumplings folded by hand, and a kitchen that cooks everything to order. We would be glad to feed you.
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